This vent free fireplace has a charred oak log set and ceramic pellets in the burner that tumble to create natural-looking flames. The fireplace produces up to 32,000 BTU with 99.9%, and you can control the heat production with a built-in modulating hydraulic thermostat. The unit comes with a matte black hood and slat louvers, a reliable standing/Piezo ignitor, and an oxygen depletion safety sensor. The fireplace is zero clearance certified and requires absolutely no venting. The hem-bent seams eliminate screws and fasteners that may come loose. The required framing dimensions are 36 1/4" H x 34 1/2" W x 17 7/8" D and the unit's actual dimensions are 32 3/4" H x 31" W x 17 3/8" D. There is a five-year limited warranty.

I installed this unit for a friend more than a year ago and they love it but they just called and asked me if there's away to reduce the flame or add a hood or something to reduce the heat output ?

1 Answer

You would need to adjust the input at the unit, this unit has a minimum BTU of 22,000. If they are worried about heat to the mantel, then a hood is the better recommendation. A surface mount hood above the fireplace louvers should do the trick.

I would recommend this item to a friend.

I am a builder and have been looking for a quality supplier for gas fireplaces with reasonably priced products. I have found one now!

ProsQuick shipping

By John H fromOgema, WIonOctober 24, 2018

I would recommend this item to a friend.

Great fireplace

No problems with delivery or installation, realistic, and a pleasure on a cold northern morning

By Thomas fromSUGAR GROVEonOctober 12, 2016

I would recommend this item to a friend.

Great product

This fireplace insert has met all my expectations. it works flawlessly and is a great addition to my living room.

ProsLooks great, Works flawlessly,

ConsNone

By Tim fromEDENTONonAugust 12, 2016

I would recommend this item to a friend.

Nice Unit

Very nice Fire Place, easy to install.

By David fromBay MinetteonMarch 26, 2016

I would recommend this item to a friend.

Well constructed. Attractive.

This unit appears well constructed. I am currently installing it. I will add further comments after complete installation.

ProsAs described in sales literature. Attractive and concise install instructions.

ConsNone

By Kevin fromPaonDecember 9, 2015

Nice fireplace but smells alot

Nice looking , heats up quickly, just smells like gas

ProsNice looking
Heats good
Easy to install

ConsSmells like gas a lot

By JIm fromMEDFORDonNovember 9, 2015

I would recommend this item to a friend.

Empire Vail Premium

Great fireplace for the price but does not allow for a remote so there is a little extra work involved

By Carol fromHarrodsburg, KYonFebruary 20, 2015

I would recommend this item to a friend.

Everything We Wanted in a Fireplace

We've had our Empire Vent-free fireplace approximately 2 months now and it has done exactly what we needed it to do. We bought it as back-up heat for our basement in case the power ever went out and we were gone. So far, that has not happened, but we just got back from vacation and set it on low as back-up for our furnace. While we were gone, temps dropped to -18 below zero and 14 inches of snow was on the ground when we arrived home. Our home was toasty warm upstairs and downstairs. Kudos to our Empire fireplace.

By Harry fromHARRODSBURG, KYonJanuary 29, 2015

I would recommend this item to a friend.

fantastic experience

We ordered our fireplace on a Thursday and it was delivered the following Tuesday. The delivery man was very helpful in assisting us with it. When it was unpacked, we were more than pleased at the appearance of the fireplace. When it was all together and hooked up, we turned it on and it was just like being in a cabin in the woods with a real fireplace - so cozy. We are very pleased with the quality and the service from this seller. I would definitely recommend it my friends.

By Troy Easley fromMeredosia IllinoisonJanuary 21, 2015

I would recommend this item to a friend.

Nice

Nice fireplace. Good value. Comes with blower.

Conscould use heavier material

By Mark Hunt fromGoodyear, AZonDecember 21, 2013

I would recommend this item to a friend.

Very Nice and Works Well

This unit is doing a great job for the space we installed it in. The room is 20 x 30 and heats up nicely. The flames are nice looking and the fire is quiet.
The fan included does not blow as well as others I have seen and is also a little noisy, but I've seen other units that the blowers are much more noisy than this unit. Installed the unit ourselves without any issues. The directions could be written a little better.

ProsStock unit looks good and works well
Flames look nice

ConsNoisy blower
Accessories look cheap so we did not install the optional doors
The blower is temperature activated. I did not see that in the directions so when we first started the unit we thought it eas not working.

By john fromWilliamstown, NJonApril 7, 2012

I would recommend this item to a friend.

Looks great and works very well.

Very easy to install.

ProsLooks great and does a fine job of heating a 12x24 room.

Consnothing

By Jimmie Sizemore fromlexington,kyonJanuary 17, 2012

I would recommend this item to a friend.

Vail Premium Vent-Free Natural Gas Fireplace - 32 Inch

Very nice unit! Completely satisfied. Keeps our basement very warm.

ProsEverything

Consnothing

By David fromConnecticutonJanuary 2, 2012

I would recommend this item to a friend.

Vail Premium Vent-Free Propane See-Thru Fireplace

Well made unit. Installation is straight forward. Could use some better instructions for the burner unit regarding remote control options. Looks great when finished with optional trim kits.

ProsEasy install, looks great, see through design.

ConsInstallation of extruded outer frame is difficult and wimpy using supplied hardware. I drilled and countersunk some holes in the frame and used sheet metal screws to attach firmly.